One of the best ways to capture the season’s warmth is through a simple yet delicious dish—Sweet Baked Apples. These tender, cinnamon-spiced apples are not only a nostalgic autumn treat but also incredibly easy to prepare.

I remember making something similar to this back in junior high home economics class. I’ve made this recipe before using my own made from scratch caramel sauce but I was looking for a little shortcut and store bought caramel sauce worked in a pinch.

This dish is ideal for those who love the flavors of apple pie but want something a little lighter and quicker to make. Plus, the natural sweetness of the apples shines through, making it a wholesome treat that’s satisfying and cozy.

If you’re looking for a warm, spiced dessert that captures the essence of fall, give Sweet Baked Apples a try. You’ll love how they fill your home with the comforting aroma of cinnamon and how their natural sweetness pairs perfectly with almost any topping.

Best of all, they’re simple enough to make on a weeknight but impressive enough to serve for special occasions.

What are Sweet Baked Apples?

Sweet Baked Apples are a simple, comforting dish made by baking whole or sliced apples with caramel ice cream topping and cinnamon. The apples become soft and tender while releasing their natural sweetness, which blends with the added ingredients to create a warm, flavorful treat.

They’re often topped with brown sugar, nuts, raisins, or oats, and can be served on their own, with whipped cream, or alongside ice cream for a delightful dessert.

This dish captures the cozy essence of fall and is popular for its simple preparation and delicious taste.

Ingredients

• Apples, cored and sliced with peel
• Caramel topping
• Ground cinnamon
• Vanilla ice cream

How to make Sweet Baked Apples

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Place sliced apples in shallow baking dish and cover with caramel sauce.

Sprinkle with cinnamon.

Bake in preheated oven 40 minutes, until just tender.

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

TOOLS FOR THIS RECIPE

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